Category Archives: Criminal
Facing Federal Criminal Charges? Here Is How To Choose The Right Attorney
Both state level and federal level criminal charges are serious. A state crime is generally a crime that violates state laws. Therefore, any crime that violates New York’s Penal Law Code is considered a state crime. On the other hand, a federal crime is any crime that violates the United States Code, specifically, Title… Read More »
Can You Negotiate A Plea Deal?
Most criminal cases in the U.S. are resolved through a plea agreement. According to Pew Research Center, in 2018, nearly 80,000 individuals were defendants in federal criminal cases, but only two percent of them went to trial. If you are facing criminal charges, you can choose to take your criminal case to trial or… Read More »
New York Police Department Announces Citywide Crime Statistics For July 2022
On August 5th, 2022, the NYPD announced citywide crime statistics for July 2022. According to the report, shootings, murders, and other crimes increased significantly in New York City in July 2022 compared to July 2021. Also, according to the report, overall index crime in New York City increased in July 2022 compared to the… Read More »
Should A Defendant Testify In Their Criminal Trial?
If you’re facing criminal charges and your case is going to trial, one of the questions you might be asking yourself is whether you should testify in court. The law allows you to testify or choose not to testify in your criminal trial. If you are innocent, you might feel compelled to take the… Read More »
5 Signs You Hired The Wrong Criminal Defense Attorney And Need A New One
When a person is facing criminal charges, they have a constitutional right to an attorney. This right is guaranteed to criminal defendants in the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. It is crucial for criminal defendants to exercise this right and avoid tackling their criminal cases alone. You did the right thing if you… Read More »
Signs You Need To Hire A Criminal Defense Attorney
Being arrested and charged with a criminal offense is not something one should take lightly. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or felony charge, you should take things seriously. If you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offense, you should consider hiring a criminal defense attorney to represent you. Indeed, it is… Read More »
5 Things You Should Do When Pulled Over For DUI In New York
When you get pulled over for DUI, keeping a clear head and knowing the steps to take can be challenging. The police can be intimidating and frightening. Also, some people have misconceptions about what should be done when you are pulled over for DUI. When pulled over for DUI in New York, you must… Read More »
What Is A Class E Felony In New York?
If you’re wondering what a Class E felony is in New York because you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with this type of offense, it is crucial that you retain the services of a skilled criminal defense attorney. Being charged with a Class E felony is not something to take… Read More »
How To Know If A Warrant Exists For Your Arrest In New York
If you are concerned that a warrant exists for your arrest in New York, it is crucial that you find out as soon as possible if such a warrant exists so you can evaluate your options. For example, it may be best for you to voluntarily turn yourself in rather than wait for the… Read More »
New York Police Department Provides Citywide Crime Statistics For June 2022
In early July, the New York police department provided a citywide crime report for June 2022. The NYPD reported that for the month of June 2022, shooting incidents declined compared with the month of June last year. Every patrol borough saw a decline in shooting incidents except for northern Queens. In June 2021, 165… Read More »
